Supply Chain Analyst

Akron Children’s Hospital; Akron (OH); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

Job summary

Akron Children’s Hospital is seeking a Supply Chain Analyst for a 6-month temporary assignment with full benefits. The role emphasizes extracting, analyzing, and communicating supply chain data to improve decision-making, inventory management, and cost savings across departments.

You will collaborate across sourcing, finance, and operations to track metrics, manage rebates, and build dashboards using ERP systems and Power BI in a hybrid Akron, OH environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Management, Computer Science, or related field required, OR a high school diploma with 6 years of relevant experience.
• Supply Chain Certification (CSCP, CPSM) preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in data analysis and ERP systems within a supply chain environment; Infor or Workday experience preferred.
• No supervisory experience required.

Responsibilities

• Manage monthly and quarterly supply chain metrics for executive and operational dashboards.
• Track and manage contract rebates within the ERP system.
• Identify non-compliant and off-contract purchases, providing insights for potential cost savings.
• Perform monthly inventory optimization analyses and recommend adjustments.
• Prepare detailed analytical reports for internal and external data requests.
• Document financial impacts, including rebates and cost avoidance measures.
• Investigate inventory discrepancies and recommend process improvements.
• Use data analytics tools to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Collaborate with strategic sourcing teams on savings initiatives.
• Develop and maintain benchmarks for supply chain metrics.

Skills

ERP systems

Data analytics

Lean principles

Advanced Excel

Power BI

Cross-functional communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Management, Computer Science, or related field

High school diploma with 6 years of relevant experience

Tools

Infor ERP

Workday ERP

Power BI

Job description

This is an 6-month temporary assignment with full benefit eligibility.

Full-time, 40 Hours/week
Monday - Friday Days,7:30AM-4:00PM
Hybrid (2-3 days onsite) Akron, OH

Summary:

The Supply Chain Analyst serves as a key resource for extracting, analyzing, and communicating supply chain data to enhance decision-making, streamline operations, and optimize inventory management at Akron Children's Hospital. The analyst collaborates across departments to identify cost-saving opportunities, ensure compliance, and improve overall operational efficiency.

Responsibilities:

• 1. Manages monthly and quarterly supply chain metrics for executive and operational dashboards to support strategic decisions.
• 2. Tracks and manages contract rebates within the ERP system, ensuring accurate financial reporting.
• 3. Identifies non-compliant and off-contract purchases, presenting actionable insights to achieve potential cost savings.
• 4. Performs monthly inventory optimization analyses, recommending adjustments to inventory levels based on seasonal demand and usage trends.
• 5. Prepares detailed analytical reports supporting internal and external supply chain data requests.
• 6. Documents financial impacts, including rebates, cost avoidance measures, and GPO administrative fees, for comprehensive cost analysis.
• 7. Investigates inventory discrepancies, identifies root causes, and recommends process improvements to minimize recurrence.
• 8. Uses data analytics tools proactively to identify trends, patterns, and areas for supply chain process enhancement.
• 9. Collaborates closely with strategic sourcing teams on savings initiatives, providing data-driven insights through detailed analysis.
• 10. Develops and maintains benchmarks for supply chain metrics to track and measure performance effectively.
• 11. Other duties and required.

Other information:

Technical Expertise

• 1. Proficiency in ERP systems, data analytics, and Lean principles required.
• 2. Advanced Excel skills including complex data manipulation and analysis.
• 3. Familiarity with Power BI or similar data visualization tools preferred.
• 4. Healthcare supply chain experience preferred.
• 5. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively across all organizational levels.

Education and Experience

• 1. Education: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Management, Computer Science, or related field required, OR a high school diploma with 6 years of relevant experience required.
• 2. Certification: Supply Chain Certification (e.g., CSCP, CPSM) preferred.
• 3. Years of relevant experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience in data analysis and ERP systems within a supply chain environment required. Infor or Workday ERP experience preferred.
• 4. Years of supervisory experience: None

Full Time

FTE: 1.000000

Status: Fixed Hybrid